The unfurling of the Tricolour was followed by the national anthem and the customary 21 Gun Salute. Notably, it was for the first time that the 21 Gun Salute was given with 105 mm Indian Field Guns. It replaced the vintage 25-pounder gun.
President Murmu was earlier escorted from her residence by the President s Bodyguard and, on her arrival at Kartavya Path, was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reports ANI.
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The unfurling of the Tricolour was followed by the national anthem and the customary 21 Gun Salute. Notably, it was for the first time that the 21 Gun Salute was given with 105 mm Indian Field Guns. It replaced the vintage 25-pounder gun. India News | Republic Day 2023: President Draupudi Murmu Unfurls Tricolour, Gets Ceremonial 21 Gun Salute.
President Droupadi Murmu commenced the celebrations of the 74th Republic Day, for the first time since assuming office last year, by unfurling the national flag at Kartavya Path on Thursday.
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